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Don Overland, 83, of Castroville, CA, passed away at his home after an extended illness. Don was born in Yakima, WA to Nels and Agnes (Sveen) Overland. He attended schools in Washington including Seattle Pacific College in Seattle before joining the Navy. In 1951 Don married the love of his life, Della "Jeanne" Edgerton in Cupertino, CA. He served 9 years in the Navy and 12 years in the Air Force. After completing 20 years in the military he retired from the Air Force and moved to California. He worked 14 years at the Turlock Post Office. Don and Jeanne ...

Lloyd "Don" Ballard, 85 of Turlock, California, passed away on September 6, 2012 due to a long illness. Don was born on January 25, 1927 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In January of 1945, he left school during his senior year to serve his country in World War II as a Navy Seaman First Class. After his service ended Don returned to Turlock High School and graduated with the class of 1947.

Margaret Eleanor Johnson, 93, of Turlock, died at Covenant Village Care Center. She was born in Turlock to Carl and Nimie Danielson. Margaret married Stanley Clifford Johnson. They were married 64 years before his passing in 2008. She is survived by two children: Patricia (Ronald) Mathews of Dinuba, CA and Jerry (Sally) Johnson of Yuba City, CA, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

In loving memory of Olivia Louise Bell Valentine, who went to be with God on August 28, 2012. Olivia was born September 26, 1991 at Emanuel Hospital in Turlock, California. Olivia attended Crane pre-school, Crowell Elementary School, Turlock, Jr. High School, and graduated from John H. Pitman High School class 2009.

Little Angel Payten Marie Fanelli "Entered into Rest" on Tuesday, August 28th at Emanuel Medical Center in Turlock. She is the Lord's Precious Miracle. Be Strong, Be Courageous the Lord God is with you always. Joshua 1:9

Norma Navigato, 72, of Turlock, California, died August 25, 2012 at Memorial Hospital in Modesto. She was born in Chicago, Illinois to William and Rose Navigato. She graduated from Fenger High School in Chicago in 1958. She moved to Southern California around the age of 30 and belonged to the Young Ladies Institute. She settled in Turlock in 1977 and belonged to Monte Vista Chapel. She enjoyed novels, watching Dr. Phil, Judge Judy, and spending time with her family.

Darryl Lee Joslin age 58, Entered into Rest on August 25, 2012 at Emanuel Medical Center in Turlock and he was born on June 25, 1954 in Turlock, CA. He was a Plasterer in Construction for Seven Years and enjoyed playing Guitar.

Helen "Dorene" Mathey age 77, Entered into Rest on Saturday, August 25, 2012 and she was born on September 18, 1934 in Beloit, Ohio. Dorene was a Member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles since 1967, she enjoyed Family Time, Bowling for many years and was a "Great Fan" of the Oakland A's, San Jose Sharks and Nascar Racing.

James D. Petros, of Turlock, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Friday afternoon, August 24, 2012, with his family by his side. He was born in Chicago, Ill. to parents James Esa and Linda Radtke Petros on January 28, 1939.

Randy Washburn, 57, of Hilmar, California, passed away August 19, 2012 at Mercy Medical Center in Merced. He was born February 10, 1955 in Turlock. He worked for N & S Tractor in Hilmar for over 20 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and playing the guitar.

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She is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, Jesus Tapia, and three children: Jose M. (Sophia) Chavez of Turlock, Rosa (Juan Pablo) Vallejo of Turlock, and Jesus Ventura (Josefa Sanchez) of Turlock; 4 sisters, 2 brothers, and 7 grandchildren. She was greatly loved and will be deeply missed.

Mary Lois Bare, 91, of Hilmar, passed away at Turlock Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Mary Lois was born in Arkansas to Julius and Thelma Wegel. She attended schools in Arkansas. After High School graduation she married Charles Bare, a Seaman with the Merchant Marine. They settled in California, first in the Bay Area and then in the Central Valley in 1968. They were married nearly 62 years when he passed away in 2005.

Bobbie Cheves, 87, of Turlock passed away peacefully on February 18, 2015. Bobbie was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma. When she was young, her family moved to Pittsburg, CA. As a senior in high school, Bobbie moved to Modesto where she graduated from Modesto High School. She married Gene in 1947 and they raised their family in Ceres, CA. After retiring from the Telephone Company, Bobbie and Gene enjoyed traveling and line dancing. She spent the last several years of her life in Turlock, CA. Bobbie will always be remembered for her warm and friendly smile. Bobbie was preceded in death ...